Rotating Assemblies
Sourcing Rotating Assemblies for Stroker Applications Stroker engines are a popular choice for performance enthusiasts – whether the vehicle will run on the street, strip or a little of both, there’s something for everyone to love about a stroked engine. First of all, it sounds cool. Customers love telling their friends that they have something
EFI Modules – Nothing To Be Scared About
I just finished watching my favorite TV show – Discovery Channel’s Street Outlaws. A good portion of each episode is devoted to tuning these 2,000-3,500 hp monsters to get down the street without smoking the tires the entire 1/8th mile. However, you rarely see any hoods open or any adjustments to the engine taking place.
Power Up Those Engines
Selecting the Correct Power Adder for Your Customer There’s no replacement for displacement,” goes the adage. However, this may no longer true considering the kind of horsepower being pumped out of today’s boosted engines. Whether you’re building engines for stock, performance or a diesel application, chances are you’ll be working with an engine that is
MAHLE Motorsport PowerPak Piston Kits
MAHLE Motorsport now offers PowerPak Pistons and PowerPak Piston Kits for two of Ford’s more popular engines, the Ford Coyote all aluminum 5.0L and the 5.2 liter “Voodoo” V8.
2018 Fel-Pro Performance Catalog
Federal-Mogul Motorparts has released the 2018 Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets Catalog, which features 97 additional performance gaskets, sets and related sealing products.
King to Launch New Coated Race Bearing Applications at the Autosport International Show
King Engine Bearings will be launching new, coated bearing applications at the Autosport International Show. King’s newest coated versions of race bearings feature pMax-Black and the new pMaxKote. King Engine Bearings will be displaying these new bearings in the Engine Parts UK and Athena booth #E362.
King Engine Bearings Revs Up for a Strong SEMA Show
The 2017 SEMA Show is just around the corner, and King Engine Bearings is revving up for a show full of surprises. King will be showcasing new products, hosting special guests, and offering some fun games for exciting prizes.
Modern Stroker Kits
Folks have been stroking engines as long as hot rodding has been around. Swapping Merc cranks in Ford Flatheads was a surefire recipe for a fast car. And as you can see from this as well as past Engine Builder Stroker Resource Guides, there is a kit for virtually any engine worth modifying.
Racing Rods – Engine Builders Have Options
Choosing a set of connecting rods is one of the critical steps in a performance engine build. The rods have to be strong enough to handle the anticipated speeds and loads, but also affordable for customers who have a limited budget. Most stock rods in late model engines can safely handle 400 to 500 horsepower.
Wet & Dry Sump Oiling Systems – Choosing the Right System for the Right Job
If you are building a customer’s “dream engine” what type of oiling system should you use? The answer to that question will depend on the application (street, drag, circle track, road race, off-road or marine), engine RPM and how much your customer is willing to invest in a lubrication system. Your choices may also be
Sleeves & Liners – Selection and Installation
Engine sleeves have long been used to repair worn or cracked cylinders that can’t be bored to oversize. Installing a sleeve can save a block that would otherwise be unrebuildable. But sleeves can also be used to strengthen cylinders, especially in performance engines that are being pushed way beyond their original design tolerances. A prime
Holley Sniper EFI Fabricated Manifolds
Holley has introduced an all-new line of Sniper EFI Fabricated Manifolds designed just for race engines. Developed specifically for GM LS1, LS2, LS6, and Ford Coyote 5.0L engine platforms.
Holley Sniper Fabricated Intake Manifold
Holley’s all-new line of budget-friendly Sniper fabricated intake manifolds are ideal for large-displacement and high-RPM engines and are a fit for most major engine platforms, including GM LS engines, Ford Mod motors including Coyote, small-block Chevys, and small-block Fords.
Wet & Dry Sump Oiling Systems
Choosing the Right System for the Right Job
Edelbrock E-Force Supercharger for 2015-’16 Mustang GT
Edelbrock has expanded its Ford Mustang E-Force Supercharger systems to now include the 2015-’16 Ford Mustang GT. These new systems can increase the power of the 5.0L Coyote up to 732 horsepower and 690 ft-lbs. of torque at the flywheel, for a 297 horsepower and 290 ft-lbs. of torque increase over stock.
Honing Aluminum Blocks
Manufacturers who produce “linerless” hypereutectic aluminum blocks today include Audi, BMW, Honda, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen, Volvo, and Yamaha. Most late-model engines have aluminum blocks to save weight, including most of the familiar domestic V8s such as Chevy LS, Ford 4.6L modular and 5.0L Coyote, and Chrysler 5.7L and 6.1L Hemi. Yet these have iron sleeves.
Racing Rod Options
Choosing a set of connecting rods is one of the critical steps in a performance engine build. The rods have to be strong enough to handle the anticipated speeds and loads, but also affordable for customers who have a limited budget.
2016 Edition Edelbrock Performance Catalog
Edelbrock has announced the release of the 2016 Edition of its Automotive Performance Catalog. This 216-page catalog contains all Edelbrock performance parts access.
Fel-Pro Gaskets Brand First to Offer Replacement Sealing for 2011-2014 5.0L Ford Mustang, F150 Engines
Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ Fel-Pro Gaskets brand now offers the first replacement sealing coverage for one of Ford’s most iconic displacement engines, the 5.0L DOHC (VIN F) 32-valve Triton Coyote engine used in Mustangs and F150 trucks.
Holley Announces Hooker Blackheart Mustang Giveaway
Hooker Headers wants to put you in the driver’s seat of one of the best sounding pony cars around – A 2015 Mustang GT! With over 435 horsepower and 400 lb. ft. of torque on tap the Hooker Headers Blackheart Mustang is sure to impress and get it done at the track… And you could win it!
